If you recently opened your 2026 renewal notice and felt a bit of "sticker shock," you aren’t alone. Thousands of drivers in San Gabriel and across California are seeing higher totals this year. While it might look like a mistake, these increases are part of several new state and local laws designed to fund infrastructure and clean energy initiatives.
The biggest change for 2026 is the new $100 Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) fee for electric car owners, which helps offset the gas tax revenue those vehicles don't generate. Additionally, many counties, including Los Angeles, have implemented new transportation improvement fees to fund local road repairs. Combined with a standard adjustment to California Highway Patrol (CHP) fees, most drivers are paying $50 to $100 more than they did last year.
Instead of waiting on hold with the DMV to ask why, come see us at Speedy Auto Tags. We can break down your specific fees line-by-line so you know exactly what you’re paying for. Plus, we’ll process the payment and hand you your 2027 stickers instantly.
Visit us at 6913-B Rosemead Blvd to get your tags handled in minutes.